ruler
word
/ˈɹuɫɝ/
ROO-lur
/ɹˈuːlɐ/
ROO-luh
Definition
A ruler is either a tool used to measure length or draw straight lines, or a person who leads or governs a country or region.
Usage & Nuances
'Ruler' can mean the measuring tool (most common in schools) or a person with power (e.g., 'a wise ruler'). In school contexts, it almost always means the measuring tool. When talking about people, use context to distinguish from other leadership words like 'leader' or 'king'.
Spanish: regla - gobernantePortuguese (BR): régua - governantePortuguese (PT): régua - governanteChinese (Simplified): 尺子 - 统治者Chinese (Traditional): 尺 - 統治者Hindi: फुटा (मापने का उपकरण) - शासक (राजा आदि)Arabic: مسطرة - حاكمBengali: স্কেল - শাসকRussian: линейка - правительJapanese: 定規 - 支配者Vietnamese: thước - người cai trịKorean: 자 - 통치자Turkish: cetvel - hükümdarUrdu: پیمانہ (یادداشت کے لیے) - حکمرانIndonesian: penggaris - penguasa
Example Sentences
Please use a ruler to draw a straight line.
basic
The ruler measured exactly 30 centimeters.
basic
The king was a powerful ruler.
basic
Have you seen my ruler? I think I left it on the desk.
natural
As a ruler, she tried to be fair and just.
natural
Don't use your ruler as a sword!
natural